Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Chris Hemsworth's Star Trek Role and the Thor Audition
Chris Hemsworth, famous as Thor in the Marvel movies, also had a role in the Star Trek movie.
He got the Star Trek job while trying out for Thor!
In Star Trek, he played Captain Kirk's father, who unfortunately didn't make it through the film.
Hemsworth's brother, Liam, almost got the Thor role first, which motivated Chris even more.
His role in Star Trek was quick, but it helped him get noticed before he became a big star as Thor in many Marvel movies.
Chris Hemsworth, known for his role as Thor, also played Captain George Kirk in the 2009 Star Trek movie.
Hemsworth landed the Star Trek role while auditioning for the part of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
In Star Trek, Hemsworth's character, George Kirk, dies aboard the USS Kelvin during a battle.
Hemsworth revealed his brother, Liam Hemsworth, almost got the Thor role initially, sparking friendly competition.
Hemsworth's Star Trek role was brief, but it helped him gain recognition before his successful run as Thor in multiple Marvel films.
- Who
- Chris Hemsworth as Captain George Kirk in Star Trek
- What
- Chris Hemsworth's role in Star Trek and how it related to his audition for Thor.
- When
- 2009 (Star Trek), around the time of auditioning for Thor
- Where
- Star Trek movie set, during Thor auditions
- Why
- Hemsworth landed the Star Trek role, which helped his career before playing Thor.
- Actor
- Chris Hemsworth
- Marvel Role
- Thor
- Star Trek Role
- Captain George Kirk
- Star Trek Release Year
- 2009
- Hemsworth's Brother
- Liam Hemsworth